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v Norfolk Botanical Garden Weddings
Surrounded by water and beautiful blooms, Norfolk Botanical Garden is the ideal setting
for dream weddings and elegant celebrations. With twelve serene outdoor locations to
choose from and wedding packages for every budget, the Garden can accommo-
date an extravagant affair for up to 400 guests or an intimate party of 15, and every-
thing in between! Each of our premium wedding packages are paired with indoor and
outdoor reception locations. We also offer engagement and elopement packages as
well as ceremony only or reception only options.
We recommend scheduling a venue tour with one of our wedding team members to
see our phenomenal wedding spaces in person!
To schedule your tour, please call (757)441-5830 x320 or email [email protected]
For more information on our wedding packages and options. Please visit
www.nbgweddings.org
The Renaissance Rose v Prestige Wedding at Norfolk Botanical Garden
Ceremony A Renaissance Rose wedding at Norfolk Botanical Garden is the very definition of timeless elegance and is guaranteed
to be a truly unforgettable occasion! With this premium wedding package, you can choose to exchange vows in front of an elegant
reflecting pool and Italian fountains at Renaissance Court, an intimate ceremony for 80 along an exquisite European sculpture
garden overlooking the lake at Statuary Vista, or surrounded by thousands of beautiful blooms in the heart of our Bicentennial Rose
Garden.
Cocktail Hour Choose between Rose Garden Hall Gazebos with spectacular sweeping views of our award winning rose
collection or, treat your guests to cocktails in the Garden amidst our historical collection of Moses Ezekiel sculptures in Statuary Vista. Reception Celebrate in high style with a grand reception inside our traditional ballroom, Rose Garden Hall, with floor to ceiling
windows overlooking the Bicentennial Rose Garden. For an extravagant affair for over 200 guests, tent rentals are available for the
tiered terraces at Renaissance Court.
$7000
6:00-6:30 Ceremony: Renaissance Court(Capacity:400), Statuary Vista(Capacity:80) or the Rose Garden(Capacity:200)
6:30-7:30 Cocktail Hour: Rose Garden Hall Gazebos(Capacity:200), Renaissance Court or Statuary Vista(Capacity:400)
7:30-11:30 Reception: Rose Garden Hall(Capacity:200) or a tented event at Renaissance Court(Capacity:400)
Rental Time: 10AM-12:30AM
October-April ceremony times will be adjusted to account for daylight savings. Prices subject to change.
The Renaissance Rose v
Private Venue Tour Schedule a complimentary appointment with one of our venue coordinators for a private tour of the
Garden’s wedding and reception venues and review all of your wedding package options.
The Planning Process Planning your dream wedding will be very exciting, but with all of the decisions and logistical details it
can also become overwhelming. Our staff is here to help make the planning process a stress-free experience. We are
happy to answer questions, provide suggestions, and act as a liaison for all venue-related concerns throughout the
wedding planning process. Our team of venue coordinators is a valuable resource and we will work directly with your
wedding planner and event vendors to ensure that all of the details are taken care of.
Final Detail Appointment In the final weeks before your wedding, we will schedule a Final Detail Appointment with the
newlyweds-to-be and your wedding planner or day-of coordinator. During this mandatory appointment, we will schedule
your wedding rehearsal, approve the wedding timeline, and review all logistical details including: the arrival times and
responsibilities for all wedding participants, the arrival and setup times for your vendors, the ceremony and reception
locations, rain plan options, and delivery schedule of any rentals or wedding-related items. This meeting is essential for
a smooth and successful wedding!
Rehearsal During the wedding rehearsal, our staff will be available to review any last-minute questions or details and transport
participants with mobility issues to the rehearsal site, as needed.
Wedding Day On your wedding day, our staff will work diligently behind the scenes with your vendors to oversee the setup for
your ceremony and reception to ensure that everything is perfect and ready to go on time. We will also greet and direct
your guests to the proper locations for the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. After the ceremony, while your guests
enjoy cocktail hour, a venue coordinator will escort the newlyweds and photographer to pre-determined garden
locations for photographs. Our staff will be present the entire day to answer questions and assist with any logistical issues
that may arise.
Renaissance Rose Package Details This premium wedding package includes our luxurious bridal suite, complete with a private
changing room, full-length mirrors and gown hooks, hair and makeup vanity stations, and a comfortable sitting area for the bride
and her attendants to use beginning at 10am and throughout the day. We also offer a private classroom with tables, chairs and a
full length mirror for the groom and groomsmen beginning at 2pm.
Ceremony Options Garden staff will provide and arrange up to 200 white wedding chairs for the ceremony two hours prior to
the ceremony start time. If needed, additional chairs may be rented from one of our exclusive vendors. You may access
the outdoor ceremony location beginning at 4pm for any decorating or additional setup that may be required.
Renaissance Court: A wedding ceremony in Renaissance Court can accommodate up to 400 guests and includes tram
transportation for guests to and from the ceremony site, and private golf cart ride for the bride and her escort to the
ceremony.
Statuary Vista: An intimate ceremony here can accommodate up to 80 guests.
Bicentennial Rose Garden: A wedding ceremony in the Rose Garden can accommodate up to 200 guests.
Rain Plan: Rose Garden Hall Gazebos (60 seated, the rest standing) or inside Rose Garden Hall banquet room.
Cocktail Hour Options The garden will provide 5 24-inch round highboy cocktail tables to be used during cocktail hour. Your
vendors may access Garden sites beginning at 4pm for setup.
Rose Garden Hall Gazebos: The gazebos adjacent to Rose Garden Hall can accommodate up to 200 guests and offers a
gorgeous view of our Bicentennial Rose Garden.
Renaissance Court: The brick plaza at Renaissance Court with its beautiful baroque fountains and tiered European lawns
can accommodate up to 400 guests.
Statuary Vista: This stunning garden and sculpture gallery stretches from Renaissance Court to a lakeside plaza and can
accommodate up to 400 guests for cocktail hour.
Reception Options The Renaissance Rose package includes a full-day rental of your reception location beginning at 10am.
Rose Garden Hall: This traditional banquet and ballroom is our most popular reception location! It can accommodate up
to 200 guests and includes a private entrance for your guests, an expansive lobby, convenient access to restrooms and
outdoor gazebos and a full catering kitchen. A reception inside Rose Garden Hall also includes your choice of 5-foot
round and 6-foot rectangular tables, white Chivari chairs, a sweetheart table for the bride & groom or wedding cake
display, a dry portable bar and floor to ceiling views of the Rose Garden.
Tented Event at Renaissance Court: For a truly extravagant affair for up to 400 guests you also have the option of renting
tents to cover the brick plaza or grass tiers at Renaissance Court. The plaza is perfect for cocktails and dancing while the
grass tiers are ideal for dinner. Tents, generators, lighting, tables, chairs , restroom trailers and any additional resources or
equipment must be rented from one of our exclusive vendors. Cocktail hour options for tented receptions are Renaissance
Court or Statuary Vista.
Renaissance Rose Concierge Service Our professional and experienced venue coordinators are here to assist you throughout
the planning process and to ensure that your wedding day is a success!
Wedding at Norfolk Botanical Garden
The American Azalea v Rustic Chic Wedding at Norfolk Botanical Garden
Ceremony The American Azalea wedding package evokes an air of vintage romance and is perfect for couples interested in a
traditional garden wedding. For your ceremony location, choose from the calm serenity of the Reflection Garden, lakeside views in
our Butterfly Garden, or exchange vows among the gorgeous natural beauty of the Wildflower Meadow. The American Azalea
Wedding is one of our most popular wedding packages and offers some of the Garden’s most picturesque settings for your very
special day.
Cocktail Hour Choose from the blooming plants and fluttering views of the Butterfly Garden, enjoy seasonal blooms in the
Wildflower Meadow, or Baker Hall Terrace with its beautiful brick plaza overlooking the canal.
Reception Celebrate surrounded by family and friends with a grand reception on Baker Hall Terrace or inside Baker Hall with it’s
architecturally stunning vaulted ceilings and rustic exposed beams. For a truly romantic outdoor affair, tented reception options are
available for the Wildflower Meadow.
$5000
6:00-6:30 Ceremony: Butterfly Garden(Capacity:125), Reflection Garden (Capacity: 100), or Wildflower Meadow(Capacity:125)
6:30-7:30 Cocktail Hour: Baker Hall Terrace, Butterfly Garden, or Wildflower Meadow
7:30-11:30 Reception: Baker Hall(Capacity:125), Baker Hall Terrace (Capacity: 125), or a tented event in the Wildflower Meadow
(Capacity:125)
Rental Time: 2PM-12:30AM
October-April ceremony times will be adjusted to account for daylight savings. Prices subject to change.
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American Azalea Concierge Service Our professional and experienced venue coordinators are here to assist you
throughout the planning process and to ensure that your wedding day is a success!
Private Venue Tour Schedule a complimentary appointment with one of our venue coordinators for a private tour of the
Garden’s wedding and reception venues and review all of your wedding package options.
The Planning Process Planning your dream wedding will be very exciting, but with all of the decisions and logistical details it
can also become overwhelming. Our staff is here to help make the planning process a stress-free experience. We are
happy to answer questions, provide suggestions, and act as a liaison for all venue-related concerns throughout the
wedding planning process. Our team of venue coordinators is a valuable resource and we will work directly with your
wedding planner and event vendors to ensure that all of the details are taken care of.
Final Detail Appointment In the final weeks before your wedding, we will schedule a Final Detail Appointment with the
Newlyweds-to-be and your wedding planner or day-of coordinator. During this mandatory appointment we will schedule
your wedding rehearsal, approve the wedding timeline and review all logistical details including: the arrival times and
responsibilities for all wedding participants, the arrival and setup times for your vendors, the ceremony and reception
locations, rain plan options, and delivery schedule of any rentals or wedding-related items. This meeting is essential for
a smooth and successful wedding!
Rehearsal During the wedding rehearsal, our staff will be available to review any last-minute questions or details and transport
participants with mobility issues to the rehearsal site, as needed.
Wedding Day On your wedding day, our staff will work diligently behind the scenes with your vendors to oversee the setup for
your ceremony and reception to ensure that everything is perfect and ready to go on time. We will also greet and direct
your guests to the proper locations for the ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. After the ceremony, while your guests
enjoy cocktail hour, a venue coordinator will escort the newlyweds and photographer to pre-determined garden
locations for photographs. Our staff will be present the entire day to answer questions and assist with any logistical issues
that may arise.
American Azalea Package Details This premium wedding package includes two private classrooms for the wedding party
with tables, chairs and a full-length mirrors beginning at 2pm.
Ceremony Options The American Azalea package includes tram transportation for guests to and from the ceremony site as
well as a private golf cart ride for the bride and her escort. Garden staff will provide and arrange up to 125 white
wedding chairs for the ceremony two hours prior to the ceremony start time. You may access the outdoor ceremony
location beginning at 4pm for any decorating or additional setup that may be required.
Butterfly Garden: The Butterfly Garden has a lovely lakeside arbor and trellis and can accommodate up to 125 guests.
Wildflower Meadow: The Wildflower Meadow offers seasonal blooms and can accommodate up to 125 guests.
Reflection Garden: The Reflection Garden is an intimate location surrounded by the garden’s glade and can
accommodate up to 100 guests.
Rain Plan: Clear Wedding Umbrellas or Baker Hall Terrace Overhang (60 seated, the rest standing).
Cocktail Hour Options The Garden will provide 5 24-inch round highboy cocktail tables to be used during cocktail hour. Your
vendors may access Garden sites beginning at 4pm for setup.
Butterfly Garden: The Butterfly Garden has breathtaking views of Lake Whitehurst can accommodate up to 125 guests.
Wildflower Meadow: The Wildflower Meadow offers colorful views and can accommodate up to 125 guests.
Baker Hall Terrace: With it’s covered overhang, beautiful views and convenient access to restrooms and
catering kitchen, Baker Hall Terrace is an ideal venue for large celebrations for up to 125 guests.
Reception Options The American Azalea package includes access to the reception venue beginning at 2pm.
Baker Hall & Terrace: Surrounded by rustic glamour , a reception in Baker Hall or on the attached Terrace is sure to be an
elegant and memorable affair. Please note that the Gift Shop and Visitors Services Desk located adjacent to Baker Hall
will remain open to the public during setup until 5pm.
Tented Reception in the Wildflower Meadow: For a truly authentic Garden wedding experience, you also have the option
of renting tents to cover the large grassy lawn in the center of the Wildflower Meadow. Tents, generators, lighting, tables,
chairs, and any additional resources or equipment must be rented from one of our exclusive tent vendors. Cocktail hour
options for tented American Azalea receptions are the Butterfly Garden, Flowering Arboretum or Wildflower Meadow and
all are within walking distance of the tented event space.
Wedding at Norfolk Botanical Garden
The Cherry Blossom Vintage Wedding at Norfolk Botanical Garden
Ceremony For couples looking for an intimate outdoor wedding experience, the Cherry Blossom package offers a truly
tranquil setting surrounded by the serenity of our Japanese Garden on a natural flag stone terrace overlooking the
Lotus Pond and waterfall or the colorful blooms and bubbling fountains of the Perennial Garden.
Cocktail Hour Choose the manicured elegance of our Japanese Garden, stunning views of blooms in the Perennial
Garden, or treat your guests to aperitifs and hors d’oeuvres amongst lush flora and fauna within the Tropical Pavilion.
Reception Our newly renovated Garden Auditorium features charming mid-century modern details and an elegant
outdoor terrace and fragrance Garden that is absolutely perfect for an elegant celebration. For a true garden affair,
invite guests to enjoy the night sky on the Garden Café Terrace.
$3,500
6:00-6:30 Ceremony: Garden Café Terrace(Capacity:80), or Perennial Garden (Capacity: 80)
6:30-7:30 Cocktail Hour: Japanese Garden, Tropical Pavilion, or Perennial Garden
7:30-11:30 Reception: Newly Renovated Garden Auditorium (Capacity: 80) or Garden Café Terrace (Capacity: 80)
Rental Time: 2PM-12:30AM
October-April ceremony times will be adjusted to account for daylight savings. Prices subject to change.
Currently only booking for 2019 and further!
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The Cherry Blossom
Private Venue Tour Schedule a complimentary appointment with one of our venue coordinators for a private tour
of the Garden’s wedding and reception venues and review all of your wedding package options.
The Planning Process Planning your dream wedding will be very exciting, but with all of the decisions and logistical
details it can also become overwhelming. Our staff is here to help make the planning process a stress-free
experience. We are happy to answer questions, provide suggestions, and act as a liaison for all
venue-related concerns throughout the wedding planning process. Our team of venue coordinators is a
valuable resource and we will work directly with your wedding planner and event vendors to ensure that all
of the details are taken care of.
Final Detail Appointment In the final weeks before your wedding, we will schedule a Final Detail Appointment with
the newlyweds-to-be and your wedding planner or day-of coordinator. During this mandatory appointment
we will schedule your wedding rehearsal, approve the wedding timeline and review all logistical details
Including: the arrival times and responsibilities for all wedding participants, the arrival and setup times for your
vendors, the ceremony and reception locations, rain plan options, and delivery schedule of any rentals or
wedding-related items. This meeting is essential for a smooth and successful wedding!
Rehearsal During the wedding rehearsal, our staff will be available to review any last-minute questions or details
and transport participants with mobility issues to the rehearsal site, as needed.
Wedding Day On your wedding day, our staff will work diligently behind the scenes with your vendors to oversee
the setup for your ceremony and reception to ensure that everything is perfect and ready to go on time.
We will also greet and direct your guests to the proper locations for the ceremony, cocktail hour and
reception. After the ceremony, while your guests enjoy cocktail hour, the newlyweds and photographer will
have access to the Reflection Garden, Japanese Garden and Tropical Display House for photographs. Our
staff will be present the entire day to answer questions and assist with any logistical issues that may arise.
Cherry Blossom Package Details
Ceremony Options The Cherry Blossom package includes a private golf cart ride for the bride and her escort to the
ceremony location from the parking area. Garden staff will provide and arrange up to 80 white wedding chairs for
the ceremony. You may access the outdoor ceremony location beginning at 4pm for any decorating or additional
setup that may be required.
Garden Café Terrace: The Garden Café Terrace features a dramatic weeping cherry tree, serene waterfall
and natural elements that make it one of our most romantic ceremony locations for up to 80 guests.
Perennial Garden: The Perennial Garden is a truly romantic setting for up to 80 guests.
Rain Plan: Clear Wedding Umbrellas or, a standing ceremony Inside the lush Tropical Display House Pavilion.
Cocktail Hour Options The Garden will provide 5 24-inch round highboy cocktail tables to be used during cocktail
hour. Your caterers may access Garden sites beginning at 4pm for setup.
Japanese Garden: The Japanese Garden can accommodate up to 80 guests for cocktail hour and offers a
tranquil atmosphere and aesthetic beauty year round.
Perennial Garden: The Perennial Garden is offers beautiful blooms and a fountain for up to 80 guests.
Tropical Display House: The temperate tropical pavilion is an ideal location for intimate gatherings.
Reception Options The Garden will provide access to the reception venue starting at 2PM.
Garden Auditorium: The newly renovated Garden Auditorium features charming mid-century modern details
and is the perfect space for an intimate celebration with family and friends. The Garden will provide indoor
tables and chairs for 80 guests.
Garden Café Terrace: For a truly unforgettable night, chose to celebrate under the stars on the Garden
Café Terrace. Outdoor tables, chairs, lighting, and generator may be rented through one of our exclusive
vendors. (Does not include access to the Garden Café). During your cocktail hour, vendors will need to flip
Wedding at Norfolk Botanical Garden
Cherry Blossom Concierge Service Our professional and experienced venue coordinators are here to assist you throughout
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v The Wildflower
Wedding Ceremony at Norfolk Botanical Garden
Walk down the aisle in one of the Garden’s premier spaces with this ceremony-only package. Choose from the blooming beauty of
the Bicentennial Rose Garden, picturesque perfection of the Perennial Garden, rustic romance of The Butterfly Garden, calm
serenity of the Reflection Garden or whimsical wonder of the Wildflower Meadow or Flowering Arboretum. The Wildflower Wedding
Package can accommodate anywhere from 80 to 200 guests. Wildflower wedding ceremonies are scheduled for 11am or 2pm. The
Wildflower package includes tram transportation for guests to and from the ceremony site if applicable as well as a private golf cart
ride for the bride and her escort. Garden staff will provide and setup white wedding chairs for the ceremony. You may access the
outdoor ceremony location one hour prior to the ceremony start time for any decorating or additional set-up that may be required.
$1700
11:00-11:30 AM or 2:00-2:30 PM Ceremony: Rose Garden (Capacity:200), Perennial Garden (Capacity:80), Butterfly Garden
(Capacity:125), Wildflower Meadow (Capacity:200), Flowering Arboretum (Capacity:200) or Reflection Garden (Capacity:100)
Rental Time: 10AM-12PM OR 1PM-3PM
October-April ceremony times will be adjusted to account for daylight savings. Prices subject to change.
Wildflower Concierge Service Our professional and experienced venue coordinators are here to assist you throughout the
planning process and to ensure that your wedding day is a success!
Private Venue Tour Schedule a complimentary appointment with one of our venue coordinators for a private tour of the
Garden’s wedding venues and review all of your wedding package options.
The Planning Process Planning your dream wedding will be very exciting, but with all of the decisions and logistical details it can
also become overwhelming. Our staff is here to help make the planning process a stress-free experience. We are happy to
answer questions, provide suggestions, and to act as a liaison for all venue-related concerns throughout the wedding
planning process. Our team of venue coordinators is a valuable resource and we will work directly with your wedding
planner and event vendors to ensure that all of the details are taken care of.
Final Detail Appointment In the final weeks before your wedding, we will schedule a Final Detail Appointment with the
Newlyweds-to-be and your wedding planner or day-of coordinator. During this mandatory appointment we will schedule
your wedding rehearsal, approve the wedding timeline and review all logistical details including: the arrival times and
responsibilities for all wedding participants, the arrival and setup times for your vendors, and the ceremony location and rain
plan options. This meeting is essential for a smooth and successful wedding!
Rehearsal During the wedding rehearsal, our staff will be available to review any last-minute questions or details and transport
participants with mobility issues to the rehearsal site, as needed.
Wedding Day On your wedding day, our staff will work diligently behind the scenes with your vendors to oversee the setup for
your ceremony and reception to ensure that everything is perfect and ready to go on time. We will also greet and direct
your guests to the ceremony location. After the ceremony the newlyweds and photographer will have access to the
contracted wedding space for photographs. Our staff will be present the entire day to answer questions and assist with any
logistical issues that may arise.
The English Lavender v
English Lavender Concierge Service Our professional and experienced venue coordinators are here to assist you
throughout the planning process and to ensure that your wedding day is a success!
Private Venue Tour Schedule a complimentary appointment with one of our venue coordinators for a private tour of the
Garden’s wedding venues and review all of your wedding package options.
The Planning Process Planning your wedding will be very exciting, but with all of the decisions and logistical details it can
also become overwhelming. Our staff is here to help make the planning process a stress-free experience. We are happy
to answer questions, provide suggestions, and act as a liaison for all venue-related concerns throughout the wedding
planning process.
Final Detail Appointment In the final weeks before your wedding, we will schedule a Final Detail Appointment with the
Newlyweds-to-be and your day-of coordinator. During this mandatory appointment we will schedule your wedding
rehearsal, approve the wedding timeline and review all logistical details including: the arrival times and responsibilities for
all wedding participants, and the ceremony location and rain plan options. This meeting is essential for a smooth and
successful wedding!
Rehearsal During the wedding rehearsal, our staff will be available to review any last-minute questions or details and transport
participants with mobility issues to the rehearsal site, as needed.
Wedding Day On your wedding day, our staff will work diligently behind the scenes to oversee the setup for your ceremony
and to ensure that everything is perfect and ready to go on time. We will also greet and direct your guests to the proper
locations for the ceremony. Our staff will be present the entire day to answer questions and assist with any logistical issues
that may arise.
Elopement at Norfolk Botanical Garden
Our English Lavender Elopement package is ideal for couples interested in the most intimate of ceremonies. The Colonial Garden,
with its white picket fences and gazebo, exquisite topiaries and garden sculptures, offers the perfect storybook setting. Additional
ceremony locations include the quaint charm of the Infinity Garden Arbor, or under the canopy of a magnificent Oak Tree at
Baker Overlook with romantic water and garden views. The English Lavender Collection can accommodate up to 15 participants,
including the newlyweds-to-be, officiant, photographer and guests. English Lavender wedding ceremonies are scheduled for
11am or 2pm. The English Lavender package includes a private golf cart ride for the bride and her escort to the ceremony
location and printed walking instructions to the ceremony location for your guests. Garden staff will provide and arrange up to 10
white wedding chairs for the ceremony. You may access the outdoor ceremony location one hour prior to the ceremony start
time for any decorating or additional setup that may be required.
$750
11:00-11:30 AM or 2:00-2:30 PM Ceremony (Capacity:15): Colonial Garden, Infinity Garden or Baker Overlook
Rental Time: 10AM-12PM OR 1PM-3PM
October-April ceremony times will be adjusted to account for daylight savings. Prices subject to change.
Capacity includes the Brides, Grooms, Officiant, Photographer, Wedding Party, and any other guests (including kids)/vendors present.